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292. Amplify Startups: Larry Horn on Supporting Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Louisville and Beyond
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In this episode, Logan Jones and Evan Knowles sit down with Larry Horn, CEO of Amplify Startups (formerly Amplify Louisville), to discuss the dynamics of the startup ecosystem in Kentucky. They explore themes like the distinction between entrepreneurship and innovation, the challenges and opportunities in Louisville, and the importance of collaboration with corporates and other organizations. Larry shares insights on Amplify's initiatives, the role of the state in supporting startups, and the future outlook for Kentucky's innovation hubs. The conversation also touches on how Amplify navigates the balance between urban and rural support and the need for affordable startup spaces in Louisville.
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Logan Jones’ SocialsX: https://x.com/lojo_kyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lojo_ky/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lojo/
Evan Knowles’ SocialsX: https://x.com/EvanKnowles_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/
Middle Tech is proud to be supported by:KY Innovation: https://www.kyinnovation.com/Bolt Marketing: https://www.buildwithbolt.com/Hunsicker: https://www.hunsicker.co/firesides
00:00 Introduction and Personal Background
00:44 Welcome to Middle Tech Podcast
00:57 Interview with Larry Horn, CEO of Amplify
01:17 Discussion on Kentucky Innovation Hubs
01:38 Insights on Louisville's Startup Ecosystem
02:35 Sponsor Acknowledgements
04:40 Larry Horn's Journey into Entrepreneurship
09:26 Formation and Evolution of Amplify
13:53 Corporate Engagement in Startup Ecosystems
19:51 State Involvement in Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
25:01 Venture Capital and Tech-Enabled Businesses
25:56 State Funding and Resource Allocation
28:42 Challenges in Supporting Diverse Entrepreneurs
30:29 Urban vs. Rural Resource Centers
37:06 Amplify's Initiatives and Impact
40:47 Progress and Challenges in the Ecosystem
46:29 Future Vision and Collaboration
473 قسمت
Manage episode 431356623 series 2240483
In this episode, Logan Jones and Evan Knowles sit down with Larry Horn, CEO of Amplify Startups (formerly Amplify Louisville), to discuss the dynamics of the startup ecosystem in Kentucky. They explore themes like the distinction between entrepreneurship and innovation, the challenges and opportunities in Louisville, and the importance of collaboration with corporates and other organizations. Larry shares insights on Amplify's initiatives, the role of the state in supporting startups, and the future outlook for Kentucky's innovation hubs. The conversation also touches on how Amplify navigates the balance between urban and rural support and the need for affordable startup spaces in Louisville.
Be the first to see new episodes, along with a summary, key takeaways, and upcoming events, by subscribing to Middle Tech's Spotlight Series Newsletter: https://middletech.beehiiv.com/
Get in touch in the comments below, or reach out to us on social media:Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/middletechpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/middletechpod/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/middletech/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@middletechpod?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/middletechpod
Logan Jones’ SocialsX: https://x.com/lojo_kyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lojo_ky/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lojo/
Evan Knowles’ SocialsX: https://x.com/EvanKnowles_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/
Middle Tech is proud to be supported by:KY Innovation: https://www.kyinnovation.com/Bolt Marketing: https://www.buildwithbolt.com/Hunsicker: https://www.hunsicker.co/firesides
00:00 Introduction and Personal Background
00:44 Welcome to Middle Tech Podcast
00:57 Interview with Larry Horn, CEO of Amplify
01:17 Discussion on Kentucky Innovation Hubs
01:38 Insights on Louisville's Startup Ecosystem
02:35 Sponsor Acknowledgements
04:40 Larry Horn's Journey into Entrepreneurship
09:26 Formation and Evolution of Amplify
13:53 Corporate Engagement in Startup Ecosystems
19:51 State Involvement in Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
25:01 Venture Capital and Tech-Enabled Businesses
25:56 State Funding and Resource Allocation
28:42 Challenges in Supporting Diverse Entrepreneurs
30:29 Urban vs. Rural Resource Centers
37:06 Amplify's Initiatives and Impact
40:47 Progress and Challenges in the Ecosystem
46:29 Future Vision and Collaboration
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